Defense minister must set record straight

Ex-NBA star Malik Beasley charged in alleged game-fixing and sports betting scheme

Former NBA shooting guard Malik Beasley is under the radar of law enforcement after the 29-year-old was indicted on allegations that he fixed his performance as part of a widespread sports betting scheme. Along with Beasley, the Department of Justice also named former NBA player Edward Davis in a press release, adding other defendants, such...

‘You’re Going to Ticket Us for Offensive Speech?’ A Fort Worth Officer’s Warning at a Pride Festival Has Sparked a First Amendment Debate

A Fort Worth officer told a retired federal officer turned street preacher he could be ticketed for offensive speech at a pride festival. Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post ‘You’re Going to Ticket Us for Offensive Speech?’ A Fort Worth Officer’s Warning at a Pride Festival Has Sparked a First Amendment Debate appeared first on The Daily Dot.

Half of New Pentagon Advisory Board Works for Military Industry

war.gov: Established in 1985, the Defense Policy Board is an advisory committee tasked with providing independent strategic advice and recommendations to the Secretary, the Deputy Secretary, and the Under Secretary for Policy. It focuses on matters pertaining to strategic planning, the policy implications of U.S. force structure and modernization, regional defense policies, and other defense policy and national security issues of special interest to the Department.

‘It was the drugs/drink your honour’, and it usually is

THE MAN in the dock in Limerick District Court looks shook to say the least. Wearing the uniform of the just-arrested – grey jog pants and top – he’s visibly coming down off an alcohol binge, writes Limerick Post reporter Bernie English. He can’t be named because he’s appearing in closed court in relation to [] The post ‘It was the drugs/drink your honour’, and it usually is appeared first on Limerick Post.

REPLAY: DOJ Announces Massive National Healthcare Fraud Takedown

The United States Department of Justice holds a major press conference at 11 a.m. ET on June 23 in Washington, D.C., to announce the sweeping results of the 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown. Led by federal prosecutors from the newly established National Fraud Enforcement Division, officials are revealing historic law enforcement actions against hundreds []

Harsh Sentences for Rights Defenders

[HRW] Beirut -- New Convictions Amid Drastic Closing of Civic Space

U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code

Signed by Brian Kemp on May 11, 2026, Senate Bill 542 creates a specific criminal offense for clergy who engage in sexual misconduct with individuals over whom they exercise pastoral, spiritual, or religious authority The post U.S.: Sexual abuse of individuals under the pastoral care of a clergy member is classified as a specific crime in the Civil Penal Code appeared first on ZENIT - English.

Badge, Brutality, And Cover-Up: Former Louisiana Deputy Marshal Headed To Federal Prison

A former Deputy U.S. Marshal will spend nearly four years behind bars after attacking a shackled federal inmate inside a Louisiana courthouse cellblock and trying to cover up the beating with a fake report. Joshua Firmin, 49, was sentenced today to 45 months in prison. The sentencing follows a three-day trial in April 2026, where [] Badge, Brutality, And Cover-Up: Former Louisiana Deputy Marshal Headed To Federal Prison

Judge orders Pentagon to lift policy that NYT journalists be accompanied by an escort

A federal judge has ordered the Defense Department to temporarily halt its requirement that New York Times journalists be accompanied by an official escort, in another setback for the Trump administration’s efforts to restrict media access at the Pentagon. U.S. District Judge Paul L. Friedman in Washington said that policy violated the First Amendment and []...Click to read more

Canadian Army battalion commander, chief warrant officer removed amid investigation

The Canadian Army has sidelined the commanding officer and chief warrant officer of the Edmonton-based battalion. Defence officials will not disclose the reasons, but current and former military sources point to an alleged alcohol-related incident.

Ukraine's long-awaited military reform falls short for long-serving troops

Editor's note: Some military personnel are identified by their first names only due to security considerations.More than four years into the full-scale invasion, the first phase of the Defense Ministry's military reform was meant to deliver long-awaited changes. Instead, it has triggered a fresh wave

Judge Sides With Rioters, Says Safety Fence Around Federal Building Tramples Their Free Speech

Judge Sides With Rioters, Says Safety Fence Around Federal Building Tramples Their Free Speech

Texas police admit officer made inaccurate First Amendment remarks after preacher cited at Pride event

Video showed Fort Worth officers telling a street preacher that offensive speech could be ticketed at Trinity Pride Fest, prompting a department review.

Afghanistan’s vice and virtue minister emphasizes importance of sharia and religious guidance

The minister called on media officials, religious scholars and community leaders to counter what he described as misinformation and provide accurate information to the public. The post Afghanistan’s vice and virtue minister emphasizes importance of sharia and religious guidance first appeared on Ariana News | Afghanistan News.

The Snoop: Labor MP’s ‘violent’ on-field incident, Hanson speech omissions in The Nightly, and more

Plus: What are the odds that your gift to a senior defence official is properly recorded? A coin flip! The post The Snoop: Labor MP’s ‘violent’ on-field incident, Hanson speech omissions in The Nightly, and more appeared first on Crikey.

LIVE: Pete Hegseth hosts a ceremony with National Guard members in DC

Watch live as a U.S. Defense Secretary holds a D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force ceremony with the National Guard members. #petehegseth #live #washingtondc

What’s really going on with mental health?

Changing terminology risks misleading policymakers and harming those in most need

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USMC flags candidate in Hegseth’s district as ‘incongruent with Marine Corps standards’

In a Tennessee Republican primary where every candidate is leaning on their military credentials, one state representative hopeful built his brand around his Marine Corps service. Running in Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s district, Brian Stewart’s campaign website, mailers, and social media emphasize his time in uniform as proof of discipline and loyalty, and a []

After McConnell’s cardiac arrest, U.S. desperately needs politicians to pass physical and mental fitness tests for National Security reasons

(NaturalNews) In the corridors of the U.S. Capitol, a man who once commanded the Senate floor now struggles to complete a sentence. Senator Mitch McConnell, the 84-...

Honest, credible, careful, impressive... what judge said about our reporters during High Court trial

Honest, credible, careful, impressive... what judge said about our reporters during High Court trial

Federal judge blocks Hegseth’s Pentagon press escort policy

A judge has blocked an aspect of the Pentagon's restrictive new press policy while noting it likely violates the First Amendment. The post Federal judge blocks Hegseth’s Pentagon press escort policy appeared first on MS NOW.

Watch live: House Republicans give remarks amid push to revive FISA

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Republican leaders will brief reporters Wednesday morning, as lawmakers look to revive the nation's warrantless spying powers. Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) expired on June 12 after Democrats objected to President Trump’s appointment of Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte to serve as the acting...

5 Sheriffs line up behind Danny Alvarez in HD 69

Chad Chronister, Bob Gualtieri, Wayne Ivey, Grady Judd and Chris Nocco back the Hillsborough Republican's public safety record. The post 5 Sheriffs line up behind Danny Alvarez in HD 69 appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

NRCC Statement on NY-17

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) released the following statement on New York’s 17th Congressional District primary election: “Mike Lawler is a trusted fighter for Hudson Valley families. Thanks to Lawler, the SALT cap quadrupled, critical benefits like Medicaid are there for those who rely on them, and communities are safer. Meanwhile, shady [] The post NRCC Statement on NY-17 appeared first on NRCC.

Army colonel, major named in Kishtwar station FIR

Army colonel, major named in Kishtwar station FIR

Taylor Frankie Paul’s co-parenting drama heats up as Dakota Mortensen calls cops over protective order

Taylor Frankie Paul’s ex Dakota Mortensen called the Bluffdale Police Department in Utah to clarify the details of a protective order amid their custody battle. The police department confirmed the phone call to Us Weekly on Monday, sharing that they spoke with the “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” star regarding his and Paul’s son, Ever, []

Why ‘it means the world’ for Darren Raddysh to play for the Maple Leafs

The veteran defenceman spoke to media on Monday on a Zoom call after he was acquired from the Tampa Bay Lightning this past Friday.

Statement by Chairman Ralph Reed on Federal Judge Ruling on Johnson Amendment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ralph Reed, founder and Chairman of Faith Freedom Coalition issued the following statement on Judge J. [] The post Statement by Chairman Ralph Reed on Federal Judge Ruling on Johnson Amendment appeared first on Faith Freedom Coalition.

The National Defense Authorization Act Gets Defense Spending on the Right Path 

The fiscal year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has cleared its first major hurdle in Congress. The House Armed Services Committee approved its version of the legislation on June 4 in a 44-12 vote, while the Senate Armed Services Committee completed its markup and voted 18-9 on June 11 to advance its version of the FY 2027 NDAA to the Senate floor. Both bills now await...

2026 isn’t the first time Christians have tried to claim the United States as their own

Amid celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary, assertions of the country’s religious, and specifically Christian, character have grown louder in political discourse. In May 2026, House Speaker Mike Johnson and other prominent officials ...

Lionel Messi sets unwanted World Cup record despite Argentina's dramatic comeback against Egypt

Lionel Messi set an unwanted record at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after missing a penalty in Argentina's dramatic 3-2 victory over Egypt in the Round of 16.

Florida bishops urge DeSantis to stay execution of 74-year-old convicted of murdering wife

Dusty Ray Spencer's crime merits a severe punishment, but the state should exercise mercy, the state bishops' conference said. [...]

The NYT Story That Just Triggered DOJ Subpoenas

The Justice Department unleashed a barrage of grand jury subpoenas, sending federal agents to the doorsteps of four New York Times reporters who wrote a story that the FBI warned would compromise highly classified national security secrets and give America’s enemies a roadmap to the commander-in-chief’s vulnerabilities. The Times admitted on Saturday that according to ...